The Library Collection

Opus V - Woods Symphony 2011

Opus V - Woods Symphony by Amouage
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7.4 / 10 242 Ratings
A perfume by Amouage for women and men, released in 2011. The scent is woody-floral. The longevity is above-average. It is being marketed by Sabco Group / Oman Perfumery.
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Main accords

Woody
Floral
Spicy
Oriental
Powdery

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes Top Notes
Orris absoluteOrris absolute RumRum
Heart Notes Heart Notes
RoseRose JasmineJasmine Orris concreteOrris concrete
Base Notes Base Notes
Dry woodsDry woods OudOud CivetCivet

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Ratings
Scent
7.4242 Ratings
Longevity
8.3200 Ratings
Sillage
7.8198 Ratings
Bottle
8.0185 Ratings
Value for money
6.183 Ratings
Submitted by Naeschen, last update on 02/04/2025.
Interesting Facts
The fragrance is part of the "The Library Collection" collection.

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Reviews

6 in-depth fragrance descriptions
7.5
Sillage
7.5
Longevity
9
Scent
Coutureguru

223 Reviews
Coutureguru
Coutureguru
Top Review 10  
The Gift of Kings
I purchased Opus V by Amouage on a mad scramble through Dubai International Duty Free early this year. I'm a frequent traveler and on this particular occasion I'd won some money during a lucky night at the Blackjack tables and it was eating a hole in my pocket :).

I had an extremely fast connection, so I hurtled up to the concession and blurted out "gimme something with Oud and lots of Roses." The obligatory sniff I took seemed fine so I grabbed it (as it was the latest release at the time) along with a bottle of Lyric Man and as I was coughing up a serious chunk of my winnings, heard the 'last call' announcement for my flight. A mad rush to say the least and not the best way to buy an expensive bottle of fragrance!!
My first few wearings of Opus V were rather tough ... so much so that the bottle has remained pretty much untouched for the last six months or so. I decanted some for a Parfumo friend a few days ago (getting it all over myself in the process) ... and was struck dumb at the immaculate beauty of this creation!!
As I write this, I'm finding it hard to believe that I haven't yet emptied the bottle! Opus V opens with an immediate mèlange of slightly medicinal Oud and Civet, quickly followed by the faintest whisper of Iris ... which slowly crescendo's like an impossible note ornamented by a skillful tenor, undoubtedly provided by the reported 'Orris concrete' listed on Amouage's website. It's simply breathtaking!!!
A plump Rose takes up residence before long, with an aquatic Jasmine in situ, shimmering away like the reflected ripples on a pond. The deep dry down is somewhat dry and quite 'woodsy', the Orris still omni-present and the Civet adding a raunchy purr. I'm rather a fan of Civet in controlled doses ... it's very well conceived in Opus V. Noteworthy to mention, is that I get a more accessible vibe here than I normally do from Arabic fragrances, many of which are undoubtedly an acquired taste. Opus V carries a 'westernized' mien.
This is the sort of fragrance that reminds one of Haute Couture and champagne drenched lunches at the Polo club in some exotic location. It smells of wealth and opulence ... truly a "Gift of Kings".

I think my nose has had to develop some before finding full appreciation of Opus V. Definitely one that deserves to be worn more frequently!!!
2 Comments
10
Sillage
10
Longevity
6
Scent
Ysbrand

84 Reviews
Ysbrand
Ysbrand
Helpful Review 5  
Limbo halls
The first impression of Opus V is awkward. If fragances have an evocative power, being able to transport us to a place, a moment or a state of mind, by appealing to any of the many human emotions or themes, Opus V doesnt suggest anything i can relate to. Which is not neccesarily a bad thing, but it is not a good one either.

I look in the website in search of any Opus V mythology or inspiration that makes me understand the fragance better: Opus V "explores the transformative journey of conventional media through the coalescing power of the Internet; navigating a world that is changed radically and forever" And I thought I was a nerd. "Changed radically and forever" are not good words in my book, they make me feel lost and insecure, and indeed i felt a bit lost in Opus V.

It starts with a boozy, aged iris, animal notes and agarwood. It smells to musty old books (which is a nice smell) with the strange, medicinal oud, and then flowers; there is a nice dose of a dirty jasmine, as well, and the floral notes merge with the civet. There is a bit retro thing going on in this perfume.

I think that the problem, or the problem FOR ME, because i understand this could be an asset for others, is that there are some "challenging" notes all together in Opus V: indolic jasmine, civet and oud. They have difficult scents, all of them, that IMHO can make a perfume a winner, or can be off-putting. Opus V is not off-putting, but is not pretty at all either. I find the iris amazing here, staying in the background forever, and i kind of enjoy the animalic jasmine, but only sometimes i had a tiny "bad breath" whiff in between the petals that, well, i hadn´t experienced before, and i guess the only real problem is that I personally don´t like oud so much : when i smell oud i have a sensation that something is wrong, and i have to remember myself that is supposed to smell "ill" on a purpose. The oud note is basically there all the time in Opus V.

It is a sillage monster, on top of that.

Nevertheless i happen to love the drydown. Basically there is an extremely dry, vibrant, almost harsh, wood that i find wonderful and hypnotic, and reminds me to the Bois in Miel de Bois! And there is more, this note lasts forever and ever on the skin and clothes, outliving the oud. In the clothes, like, days.

I will never own a bottle of Opus V (even if i could afford it) but I am giving it a good rate because the ones who love oud, indolic jasmine and civet are going to be thrilled with it, and the perfume really smells like it is the finest quality. I praise it for its uniqueness, despite i find most notes challenging.
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7.5
Bottle
7.5
Sillage
10
Longevity
7
Scent
Miaw2

339 Reviews
Miaw2
Miaw2
Helpful Review 2  
Exotic
The rum note along with oud turns it into a very interesting fragrance.

Very different smell if you're used to rose+oud combo. Definetely a must try.

Projection, lasting power and sillage are huge. Thumbs up!

Updated January 2014
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Ninamariah

228 Reviews
Ninamariah
Ninamariah
3  
Orris which makes me think a watercolour painting
Top: Orris Absolute, Rhum
Heart: Orris Concrete, Rose, Jasmine
Base: Agarwood, Civet, Dry Wood Accord

Woods Symphony is soothing and attractive, beautiful and sophisticated, it’s like a fragile watercolor painting compared to other scents in Opus collection. I think it’s the reason why it’s a hidden gem. People love Opus collection because of very bold and edgy juices and this is totally different. It’s not weak anyway - Woods Symphony is light yet long lasting with good projection.

It was totally coincidence that I found this. My dear friend bought this one earlier and after checking it I knew it would be a big love for me. Powdery Orris with a little bit sweet Rum is irresistible, Rose and Jasmine makes the blend somewhat traditional and very classy while woody base with a hint of Oud and Civet brings the glamour of some vintage perfumes. Still the concoction is very youthful.

So beautiful and perfect for any occasion and any weather!
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Mozart1756

68 Reviews
Mozart1756
Mozart1756
Helpful Review 1  
Confusion
Really interesting one from Amouage. I cant directly smell iris, rose (because before buy I thought its rose iris based scent). I smell LİQUOR/RUM = opening its fizzy, bit sour alcoholic and medicinal oud too. (not barnyard, that oud is close to Initio's Oud For Greatness.) Then becomes softer? I think that is effect of iris and iris root. I feel mostly rum - especially opening-* civet, fruity and animalic type. That scent confused me. Its not overly masculine. Can be worn by 2 genders. Season= Spring, fall, winter. Age= 30+
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TheDunkPapaTheDunkPapa 3 months ago
9
Bottle
7
Sillage
7
Longevity
7
Scent
A very safe, mass-appealing blend of woods with an oriental accent, hardly worthy of the Opus lineup. Bland, uninteresting, just okay.
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KyanitoKyanito 3 months ago
6
Bottle
6
Sillage
7
Longevity
7.5
Scent
Smooth, pleasing woods, but already has plenty of similar scents around. Shop around a bit more before thinking of settling on this.
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WusubiWusubi 4 months ago
9
Bottle
7
Sillage
8
Longevity
7.5
Scent
Powdery iris in the opening, dries down to soapy jasmine, woods and delicate musk. Evokes the image of an elegant, successful businesswoman.
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DonChakoDonChako 3 months ago
One spray = 15 hour experience. I spray 1 time on wrist and get rising wafts even at waist level. I love it
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GorinGorin 7 months ago
9
Bottle
6
Sillage
7
Longevity
5.5
Scent
Boring and generic. Stands out the least from all the Amouage I’ve smelled. Do not buy this. Ticks all the wrong boxes.
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SaradoninSaradonin 7 months ago
8
Sillage
8
Longevity
5
Scent
Jasmine and orris on a woody base. Smooth, buttery and rather bland.
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SonicchaoticSonicchaotic 10 months ago
It shines in its 6th hour, a drydown of clean and powdery jasmine with a slightly woody base.
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EvannellEvannell 1 year ago
7
Bottle
7
Sillage
7
Longevity
7.5
Scent
It smells much like fresh laundry should smell
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